Job Description

Epic Piping has an exciting opportunity for an experienced industrial painter or coating applicator to be an integral part of our Coatings team. This role works indoors in a clean, airconditioned facility. This is excellent opportunity to apply your skills in a stable, production-focused environment, without exposure to heat or outdoor conditions. 

Epic takes pride in our quality of work and has a goal of building our workforce with the most talented employees. You’ll have an opportunity to work on a wide range of projects on a national and global scale. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Applies paints, surface preparatory materials and undercoating materials to a variety of surfaces, as appropriate, and according to Materials Safety Data Sheets ensuring compliance with hazardous materials guidelines. 
• Observe machine gauges and equipment operation to detect defects or deviations from standards and adjust, as necessary.
• Determine paint flow, viscosity, and coating quality by performing visual inspections, or by using viscometers.
• Weigh or measure chemicals, coatings, or paints before adding them to machines.
• Turn dials, hand wheels, valves, or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation, and the flow or spray of coatings or paints.
• Start and stop operation of machines, using levers or buttons.
• Record operational data on specified forms.
• Start pumps to mix solutions and fill tanks.
• Operate auxiliary machines or equipment used in coating or painting processes.
• Fill hoppers, reservoirs, troughs, or pans with material used to coat, paint, or spray, using conveyors or pails.
• Perform test runs to ensure that equipment is set up properly.
• Clean machines, related equipment, and work areas, using water, solvents, and other cleaning aids.
• Thread or feed items or products through or around machine rollers and dryers. 
• Attach hoses or nozzle to machines, using wrenches and pliers, and adjust to obtain the proper dispersion of spray.
• Remove materials, parts, or work pieces from painting or coating machines, using hand tools.
• Transfer completed items or products from machines to drying or storage areas, using handcarts, hand trucks, or cranes.
• Examine, measure, weigh, or test sample products to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Hold or position spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
• Place items or products on feed racks, spindles, or reel strands to coat, paint, or spray them, using hands, hoists, or truck lifts.
• Paint small items and perform touch-up painting, using paint brushes.
• Coatings Applicator III may perform these additional functions: 
  • Guides Paint preppers on what is needed for each paint cart. Identifies top priority spools and coordinates with Material Handlers and Blasters to ensure they receive attention first.
  • Perform duties pertaining to specific jobs that a Foreman may delegate to them. 
  • Assign job tasks to Material Handlers per Manager/Foreman instructions. 
  • Manage skeleton crew on weekends when needed.
  • Assist Foreman in overseeing projects

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; preferred
• Experience:
  • Coatings Applicator I : 1-3 years of experience in Industrial Coating
  • Coatings Applicator II : 3-5 years of experience in Industrial Coating
  • Coatings Applicator III : 5+ years of experience in Industrial Coating
• Computer Skills: Not applicable
• Certification/Licenses: None specifically required

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Industry-leading training and development programs
• Competitive insurance and benefit options
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holiday time
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans available (50% company match up to 6% contributed by the employee)
• Career growth opportunities through hands-on training and mentorships
• Work alongside industry leaders and mentors
• Training and development programs to help you build the skills and knowledge you need to excel in your role and advance your career.
• Coaching from experienced leaders who are dedicated to helping you grow and reach your full potential.
• Opportunities to take on new challenges and responsibilities that will stretch your abilities and expand your horizons.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where you are encouraged to share your ideas and contribute to our shared goals.

WHO WE ARE:

Epic Piping is one of the largest privately owned and the fastest-growing pipe fabrication firms in the world. With over three decades of experience and backgrounds extending from engineering to welding, Epic Piping provides unmatched experience servicing the chemical, power, refining, offshore, and oil & gas industries.

As an equal opportunity employer, Epic Piping is committed to the development of its employees and strives to promote an environment that fosters personal training and development.

At Epic Piping, we believe that investing in our employees is essential to our success. That's why we're looking for motivated individuals who are willing to invest in themselves and their future. As a member of our team, you will have access to:

• Training and development programs to help you build the skills and knowledge you need to excel in your role and advance your career.
• Coaching from experienced leaders who are dedicated to helping you grow and reach your full potential.
• Opportunities to take on new challenges and responsibilities that will stretch your abilities and expand your horizons.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where you are encouraged to share your ideas and contribute to our shared goals.

If you're someone who is committed to continuous learning and personal growth, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and invest in your future with us!

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